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Hidden Gems In Miami You Don’t Want To Miss

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Miami is known for being the city with the best restaurants and nightlife. The best chefs in the world come to La Ciudad del Sol to explore its infinite ways to make the people fall in love with cuisine that represents their cultures. From traveling to Armenia with one piece of khachapuri at Ararat to enjoying a romantic dinner in Italy´s old villas with one taste at Spiga. Here are the Miami hidden gems that will make your experience the best one whether you are a local or tourist.

Ararat Grill Bar

Located in beautiful Sunny Isles Beach, this Armenian homestyle cooking restaurant offers fresh-cut salads,hand-carved premium meats roasted over natural wood charcoal, and an environment rich in Armenian culture with a side of live music every day.

Must-try menu items: khinkali, your choice of meat Lula kebab, Napoleon cake.

This place is truly something you would not want to miss.

https://www.araratmiami.com/

Spiga Restaurant

Located at 1228 Collins Avenue, this restaurant transports you to Italy with just one taste of their delicious handmade kinds of pasta. Spiga is known for making your dining experience truly memorable, with the help of a wonderful staff, wonderful location, and exquisite cuisine.

Must-try menu items: pappaderlline al ragout di agnello, tortelloni alle pere & taleggio, and literally every item on the menu.

http://www.spigarestaurant.com/#italian-dinner-about-us-spiga-restaurant

Minty Z

This women-owned restaurant is located in Coconut Grove and is one of the many plant-based restaurants that will make you fall in love with its food whether or not you are vegetarian, pescetarian, or as they like to say ”any type of -tarian” to enjoy and know what an exceptional dining experience is. Serving Asian fusion cuisine prepared from scratch, cold drinks, and craft cocktails this restaurant will have you covered for any type of occasion from date night to lunch.

Must-try menu items: pineapple fried rice, avocado spring roll, Cuban corn wontons.

https://mintyz.com/miami-coconut-grove-minty-z-food-menu

I am an international FIU student from Ecuador majoring in Public Relations, Advertising & Applied Communications. I have always been very creative and I love everything related to art, that's why writing is not only a passion for me but something that is part of who I am. Moving to New York City after graduation is my ultimate goal. One thing that keeps me motivated through it all is knowing that what I do now serves for my growth and the realization of my goals in the future.